A year before the Canadian stunned Serena Williams on Arthur Ashe Stadium, she endured a heartbreaking loss on the outer courts before main draw action had even begun.

The young Serb finished runner-up in singles but went one better in doubles with Kristina Mladenovic, while Blumberg partnered fellow American Steve Johnson to end the grass swing on top.

The 20-year-old trains at the Novak Tennis Centre in Serbia, and reignited her early promise with a second Grand Slam main draw this season.

Not that this excitable 20-year-old needs additional motivation, but with a world No. 1 cheering her on, there’s even more for her to play for.